Description : In regard to periapical lesions, what is TRUE: A. Are predominantly anaerobic B. Must be treated by antibiotics C. Must always treated by surgery
Last Answer : A. Are predominantly anaerobic
Description : The concomitant perio-periapical lesion as the cause of endodontic failure: A. Cannot be discovered prior to endo treatment B. May be discovered prior to endo treatment C. Is most commonly found in maxillary teeth D. Is most commonly found in mandibular teeth E. None of the above
Last Answer : B. May be discovered prior to endo treatment
Description : The prognosis of teeth with apical resorption is : A. Poor B. Good if apex can be sealed C. Dependant upon periapical surgery D. Contingent upon systemic antibiotic therapy combined with treatment of the canal
Last Answer : B. Good if apex can be sealed
Description : A 45 years-old patient awoke with swollen face, puffiness around the eyes, and oedema of the upper lip with redness and dryness. When he went to bed he had no swelling, pain or ... B. Angioneurotic oedema C. Infectious mononucleosis D. Acute maxillary sinusitis E. Acute apical periodontitis
Last Answer : B. Angioneurotic oedema
Description : Which of the following is an expansile lesion of the oral mucosa, A. Keratocyte more expansion B. Radicular cyst C. Cementoma
Last Answer : B. Radicular cyst
Description : When the incisive foramen is superimposed over the apex on a radiograph it may be mistaken to be a: A. Cyst B. Cementoma C. Odontoma
Last Answer : A. Cyst
Description : In regard to dentinogenesis imperfecta on x-rays, what is TRUE: A. Short and blunted roots B. The pulp canal is obliterated C. Big pulp chamber, thin dentine and normal enamel D. Type III, characteristic shell teeth E. All of the above
Last Answer : E. All of the above
Description : A patient presents to you with a history of local pain in the lower right posterior region, insisting that you extract his lower teeth. The teeth in question are vital without any pathology. You diagnosis is: A. Odontalgia B. Referred pain C. Trigeminal neuralgia
Last Answer : C. Trigeminal neuralgia
Description : What is CORRECT in regard to the periodontal surface area in mandibular teeth: A. First molar> first premolar> second premolar (max) B. Canine> first premolar> second premolar. (max) C. Canine> lateral incisor> central incisor
Last Answer : C. Canine> lateral incisor> central incisor
Description : In regard to Electrical Vitalometer: A. To test recently erupted teeth B. Check response for an electrical stimulant C. Reveal potential necrosis
Last Answer : B. Check response for an electrical stimulant C. Reveal potential necrosis
Description : The best method to take X-ray of the maxillary sinus is, A. Periapical radiograph B. Panoramic view C. Lateral cephaloghraph D. Occipitomental view E. Reverse Towne’s view
Last Answer : D. Occipitomental view
Description : An endodontic therapy was completed on a tooth with a periapical radiolucency. Marked reduction in size of radiolucency is expected in approximately: A. One year B. 6 months C. 3 months
Last Answer : A. One year
Description : How long would it take to notice significant reduction in radiolucency after finishing a root filling in a tooth with a periapical lesion: A. 6 months B. 1 month C. 3 months
Last Answer : A. 6 months
Description : X rays are used in endodontic treatment to: A. Aid in the diagnosis of periapical hard tissue lesion B. Determine the number, location, shape, size and direction of roots and root canals C. Confirm ... root canals D. Evaluate the adequacy of the complete root canal filling E. All of the above
Description : What indicates for a periapical surgery: A. Where performing an endodontic treatment on existing root canal filling may lead to fracture of the root B. When root canal treatment is faulty C. When ... bony defect is so extensive that the edges of the incisors will collapse E. None of the above
Last Answer : A. Where performing an endodontic treatment on existing root canal filling may lead to fracture of the root
Description : A periapical x ray of 11 and 12 region shows the vimen, floor of the nasal fossa and the median palatine suture. The other feature that can be seen is: A. Maxillary sinus B. Incisive foramen C. Zygomatic process D. Wall of maxillary sinus
Last Answer : B. Incisive foramen
Description : The lamina dura is absent in which condition: A. Von Recklinghausen B. Paget’s C. Periapical granuloma
Last Answer : B. Paget’s
Description : Which micro-organisms in periapical lesion would you find microscopically: A. Aerobes B. Aerobes to mainly anaerobes
Last Answer : B. Aerobes to mainly anaerobes
Description : After completing pulp extirpation, debridement and placing a dressing; apical periodontitis is because: A. Over instrumentation extending into periapical area B. Irritation from chemicals used C. Entrapped bacteria D. One or any combination of the above
Last Answer : D. One or any combination of the above
Description : Periapical abscess is differentiated from periodontal abscess by: A. Pulpal radiology B. History and vitality test C. X-ray and history
Last Answer : B. History and vitality test
Description : .Which radiographic method would you use in assessing periodontal conditions and lesions: A. Bitewing B. Periapical C. Occlusal D. Panoramic
Last Answer : B. Periapical
Description : Where is the MOST probable place of bone resorption after a deciduous molar has a pulpal gangrene: A. Interradicular septum B. The periapical area
Last Answer : A. Interradicular septum
Description : How would you diagnose a periapical abscess: A. Pain on percussion B. Pain when eating hot food C. Pain when eating cold food D. The thickness of periodontal ligament on X-Ray
Last Answer : A. Pain on percussion
Description : Swelling after RCT is mainly caused by (Being asked as: What is the most frequent cause of pain which occurs several days after obturation?, too): A. Entrapped Bacteria, or the presence of bacteria in the periapical region. B. Underfilling the root canal system C. Overfilled root canal
Last Answer : A. Entrapped Bacteria, or the presence of bacteria in the periapical region.
Description : The lamina dura is seen on periapical radiographs as:CHECK A. Usual radiolucency between tooth root and surrounding bone as a thin white line. B. Cribriform plate of bone making the ... bone consistent with a healthy periodontal status D. Pattern of radiopaque lines in supporting alveolar bone
Last Answer : B. Cribriform plate of bone making the tooth socket
Description : .In minor oral surgery which is TRUE in regard to antibiotics: a. Amoxil is satisfactory against most oral infection. b. Metronidazole and Amoxil have the same penetrating power. c. It is evident that it will reduce post operative swelling.
Last Answer : a. Amoxil is satisfactory against most oral infection.
Description : In regard to Universal currete what is true? a- You can use both ends equally. b- You can use one end only. c- Angle of shank and blade is 70 degrees. d- You can use it for specific area. e- It has very rigid handle.
Last Answer : a- You can use both ends equally.
Description : Which of the following is true in regard to smoking, A. Smokers keratosis is common but metaplasia activity is not recognised B. Redox potential is increased resulting in aerobic bacteria C. Tissue perfusion is decreased resulting in increased infection
Last Answer : A. Smokers keratosis is common but metaplasia activity is not recognised
Description : What is TRUE in regard to Basal Cell Carcinoma A. Metastasis is common B. Erodes bone C. More common in oriental races D. Cannot occur in oral mucosa according to definition
Last Answer : D. Cannot occur in oral mucosa according to definition
Description : What is TRUE in regard to oral lesions of reticular lichen planus: A. Never accompanied with skin lesions B. Always accompanied with skin lesions C. Lesions may present anywhere D. Lesions may present on legs E. Lesions may present on arms
Last Answer : D. Lesions may present on legs E. Lesions may present on arms
Description : What is TRUE in regard to the preparation of occlusal rests: A. Use an inverted cone bur B. Use a flat fissure bur C. Parallel to occlusal plane D. At right angle to the long axis of tooth E. None of the above
Last Answer : E. None of the above
Description : In regard to apically displaced flap, what is TRUE: A. Does not preserve attached gingivae B. Does not lengthen crown of tooth C. Is a pocket elimination procedure D. A & C
Last Answer : C. Is a pocket elimination procedure
Description : In minor oral surgery, what is TRUE in regard to antibiotics: A. Amoxil is satisfactory against most oral infections B. Metronidazole and Amoxil have the same penetrating power C. It is evident that it will reduce post operative swelling
Last Answer : A. Amoxil is satisfactory against most oral infections
Description : What is true in regard to lateral mandibular incisors A. 20% have 2 canals with one foramen B. 20% have 2 canals with two foramina C. 40% have two canals with 10% ending in two foramina D. 40% have two canals with only one ending in two foramina
Last Answer : D. 40% have two canals with only one ending in two foramina
Description : Which of the following is NOT TRUE in regard to lateral periodontal cyst** A. It is more common in anterior region B. It occurs more in maxilla than mandible C. Probable origin is from ... . Encountered in the cuspid-premolar region of the mandible, derived from the remnants of the dental lamina
Last Answer : A. It is more common in anterior region B. It occurs more in maxilla than mandible
Description : Which of the following is TRUE in regard to high risk patient?** A. 0.1ml of blood from Hepatitis B carrier is less infective than 0.1ml of blood from HIV patient B. 0.1ml of blood from ... B patient E. The presence of Hepatitis B core Antigen in the blood means that active disease is not present
Last Answer : B carrier is more infective than 0.1ml of blood from HIV patient C. Level of virus are similar in the blood and saliva of HIV patient
Description : A patient on the dental chair has cardiac arrest. What is INCORRECT, A. Observing the vital signs and check that the air way is clear is at high importance B. Expired air has 15% O2 only, ... D. Intermittent positive pressure is better than mouth to mouth when it has been given at the same rate.
Last Answer : C. Intermittent positive pressure at the rate of 40/min will reduce the chances of cerebral hypoxia
Description : In a posterior vital molar with a core the best material to restore is: A. Amalgam B. Composite resin C. GIC
Last Answer : A. Amalgam
Description : A vital tooth has a crown cemented to a pin-retained amalgam core; where does a failure occur: A. Between crown and cement B. Between core and cement C. In the crown and the root D. In the core and the margin preparation
Last Answer : B. Between core and cement
Description : In a vital pulp therapy, what is the optimum depth for a pin hole in a tooth: A. 4-5mm B. Approximately 2mm C. Less than 2mm D. 1-1.5mm
Last Answer : A. 4-5mm
Description : What contraindicates pulp capping: A. Accidental exposure on vital young molars B. When inflammation of radicular pulp is already present C. When roots are greatly curved and tortuous D. When anterior tooth is vital and immature with wide open apices E. None of the above
Last Answer : B. When inflammation of radicular pulp is already present
Description : A patient suffers a blow to his maxillary central incisor without resulting in fracture. The pulp may: A. Show immediate necrosis B. Become non-vital but only if treatment is delayed too long C. Become non vital irrespective of treatment D. No changes are seen later if fracture does not occur
Last Answer : C. Become non vital irrespective of treatment
Description : A 10 years-old boy presents with a non-vital, non-mobile tooth. Treatment is: A. Pulpectomy with calcium hydroxide B. Pulpectomy with Zinc oxide eugenol C. Pulpotomy with formocresol D. No treatment is required if tooth is asymptomatic
Last Answer : A. Pulpectomy with calcium hydroxide
Description : A seven years-old boy fell off his bicycle 2 weeks ago and broke his maxillary central incisor. The pulp horn is visible as a pin point. The tooth is vital. Your treatment will be: A. Pulpectomy B. Place calcium hydroxide and fill with composite resin C. Calcium hydroxide pulpotomy
Last Answer : C. Calcium hydroxide pulpotomy
Description : A large amalgam core is to be condensed around several pins in a vital molar tooth; what type of amalgam mix would you prefer: A. A large mix to ensure homogeneity B. A large with ... small mixes with varying mercury/alloy ratios E. A basic mix to which additional mercury is added as needed
Last Answer : C. Several small mixes, sequentially triturated
Description : In regard to Benzodiazepines: a. Increases R.E.M. sleep. b. Has a hangover effects because of active metabolism. c. Includes carbamazepine. d. Can be used safely on children as it achieves reliable effects.
Last Answer : b. Has a hangover effects because of active metabolism.
Description : Which of the following is false in regard to Cleft. Palate? a. May be submucous. b. More common in males than females c. Predispose to speech defects, orthodontics problem and hearing loss. d. Patients are more likely to have cardiovascular defect than the general population.
Last Answer : b. More common in males than females
Description : What is correct in regard to high copper amalgam, A. Reacts and strengthens the amalgam by its dispersion properties B. Reacts to form copper-tin phase thereby eliminating the tin-mercury ... thereby eliminating the silver mercury phase D. Reacts and strengthens the amalgam by its grain diffusion
Last Answer : B. Reacts to form copper-tin phase thereby eliminating the tin-mercury phase
Description : In regard to colour, what does Chroma stand for, A. Degree of saturation of hue B. Brightness C. Value D. Contrast
Last Answer : A. Degree of saturation of hue
Description : In regard to shade, chroma is: A. Brightness B. Saturation of hue C. Value
Last Answer : B. Saturation of hue